Common Core: Writing
3.W.1
Write opinion pieces on topics or texts, supporting a point of view with reasons.
October 1, 20183.W.1a
Introduce the topic or text they are writing about, state an opinion, and create an organizational structure that lists reasons.
October 1, 20183.W.1c
Use linking words and phrases (e.g., because, therefore, since, for example) to connect opinion and reasons.
October 1, 20183.W.2
Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas and information clearly.
October 1, 20183.W.2a
Introduce a topic and group related information together; include illustrations when useful to aiding comprehension.
October 1, 20183.W.2c
Use linking words and phrases (e.g., also, another, and, more, but) to connect ideas within categories of information.
October 1, 20182.W.5
With guidance and support from adults and peers, focus on a topic and strengthen writing as needed by revising and editing.
October 1, 20182.W.6
With guidance and support from adults, use a variety of digital tools to produce and publish writing, including in collaboration with peers.
October 1, 2018